Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, Luke 2:22-40

Daily Gospel Reading and Reflection · Feb 1, 2024 · 3m

Feast of the Presentation of the Lord

Lk 2:22-40

The child’s father and mother were amazed at what was said about him;

and Simeon blessed them and said to Mary his mother,

“Behold, this child is destined

for the fall and rise of many in Israel,

and to be a sign that will be contradicted

—and you yourself a sword will pierce—

so that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.”